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Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet

Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet: Quick, Healthy Comfort Food

A quick and healthy one-pan meal featuring ground turkey and zucchini, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Can substitute with chicken, beef, or pork.
  • 2 medium Zucchini Can be substituted with yellow squash.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Consider avocado oil for a different twist.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped; sweet onion recommended.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh is best; can use garlic powder.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh oregano can be used; use three times the amount.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to personal preference.
  • to taste Black Pepper Fresh cracked preferred.
  • to taste Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional, use sparingly.
  • ½ cup Chicken Broth Can substitute with vegetable broth or water with a bouillon cube.
  • ¼ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese For vegan option, use nutritional yeast.

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
  2. Finely chop the onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Mince the garlic and add it to the skillet, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Crumble the ground turkey into the skillet and cook for about 6-8 minutes until no pink remains.
  5. Trim and slice the zucchini, then add it to the skillet.
  6. Cook the zucchini for 4-5 minutes until it softens but retains some firmness.
  7. Add oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes; stir to combine.
  8. Pour in the chicken broth and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  9. Sprinkle in Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove.

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